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IGP tenure debate: Legal analyst says four-year term overrides retirement age
Politicsvanguard-ng13d ago

IGP tenure debate: Legal analyst says four-year term overrides retirement age

A fresh legal analysis circulating among policy commentators has reignited debate over the tenure of Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, arguing that the current statutory framework guarantees a four-year term for the office holder regardless of the conventional retirement age for police officers. The argument, articulated in a commentary by legal analyst Mogaji Budayo, maintains that […] The post IGP tenure debate: Legal analyst says four-year term overrides retirement age appeared first ...

Shocking revelations behind Egbetokun’s removal as IGP 
Politicsvanguard-ng17d ago

Shocking revelations behind Egbetokun’s removal as IGP 

Shocking revelations have emerged regarding President Bola Tinubu’s directive for former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to proceed on retirement.  The post Shocking revelations behind Egbetokun’s removal as IGP  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tinubu to swear in IGP Disu on Wednesday
Politicsvanguard-ng18d ago

Tinubu to swear in IGP Disu on Wednesday

President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday swear in the new Inspector-General of Police, IGP Tunji Disu. The post Tinubu to swear in IGP Disu on Wednesday appeared first on Vanguard News.

Cybercrime Law Abuse: Pressure mounts on IGP Disu
Politicsvanguard-ng14d ago

Cybercrime Law Abuse: Pressure mounts on IGP Disu

Amid growing scrutiny of police actions, pressure is mounting on the new Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to address concerns over the alleged abuse of Nigeria’s Cybercrimes. The post Cybercrime Law Abuse: Pressure mounts on IGP Disu appeared first on Vanguard News.

Former IGP and power of the uniform: A wrong signal at a defining moment
Politicsvanguard-ng16d ago

Former IGP and power of the uniform: A wrong signal at a defining moment

By EJIRO OFOYE The transition of leadership at the Nigeria Police Force is never a routine administrative exercise. It is a solemn institutional moment, rich in symbolism, discipline, and continuity. That is why the recent handover by the former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, conducted while dressed in a suit rather than police uniform, deserves serious […] The post Former IGP and power of the uniform: A wrong signal at a defining moment appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tinubu to swear in Disu as IG Wednesday
Politicspunch-ng18d ago

Tinubu to swear in Disu as IG Wednesday

President Tinubu will swear in Olatunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police after the Nigeria Police Council unanimously endorsed his appointment. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-to-swear-in-disu-as-ig-wednesday/

IG presents N2.4bn cheques to families of fallen officers
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng2d ago2 sources

IG presents N2.4bn cheques to families of fallen officers

The Inspector-General of Police presents N2.4bn in insurance benefits to 1,075 families of fallen officers, honoring their sacrifice and prioritizing welfa Read More: https://punchng.com/ig-presents-n2-4bn-cheques-to-families-of-fallen-officers/

Frank Mba bows out after 34 years, PSC screens seven AIGs for DIG rank
Politicsvanguard-ng14d ago

Frank Mba bows out after 34 years, PSC screens seven AIGs for DIG rank

The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Training and Development at Force Headquarters, DIG Frank Mba, has voluntarily retired from the Nigeria Police Force after 34 years of service. The post Frank Mba bows out after 34 years, PSC screens seven AIGs for DIG rank appeared first on Vanguard News.

Tinubu Swears in Disu as 23rd Inspector General of Police
Politicsvanguard-ng16d ago

Tinubu Swears in Disu as 23rd Inspector General of Police

President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Disu as the 23rd Inspector General of Police (IGP) of Nigeria. The oath of office was administered at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, just before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.

Tinubu overhauls Police leadership as River Park case, financial scandal trail Egbetokun’s exit
Politicsmyjoyonline19d ago

Tinubu overhauls Police leadership as River Park case, financial scandal trail Egbetokun’s exit

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a major shake-up in the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, following the resignation of Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun. The development, announced by the Presidency on February 24, 2026, has seen Assistant Inspector-General Tunji Disu appointed as Acting Inspector-General, in what officials describe as a move to reset the force after months of controversy.

Why IGP Egbetokun resigned – Presidency
Politicsvanguard-ng24d ago

Why IGP Egbetokun resigned – Presidency

The Presidency on Tuesday announced that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who stepped down citing pressing family consider